Imbibe Assam’s Essence from Kamakhya to Kaziranga
Assam is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty and is renowned for offering diverse tourism experiences. Explore Kaziranga National Park for wildlife, visit Kamakhya Temple for spiritual vibes, and enjoy the scenic tea gardens. Don’t miss the vibrant Bihu festival and the unique river island of Majuli. Assam is a blend of tradition and nature, making it a captivating destination for travellers. En route to Kaziranga from Guwahati, drop at Shillong, 104 km from Guwahati. Delve into an immersive journey through the enchanting landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Assam. The 4 nights and 5 days Assam trip will render a bucket full of memories that linger long after the trip concludes.
Kick start the trip by reaching Guwahati at Guwahati Railway Station or Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. Right after arrival, meet the hotel representative who will guide you to the pre-booked hotel, and settle down with your luggage. Take some time for relaxation to erase the journey’s exhaustion and then set out to visit the famous spiritual spot Kamakhya Devi Temple.
A visit to the temple itself is going to take a considerable amount of time, especially if you are visiting the temple during Ambuvachi or Durga Puja. On normal days, it might take up to 4-5 hours. Therefore, it is better to plan the visit to Kamakhya Devi Temple on the day of arrival and then spend the rest of the day according to your will.
Guwahati Sightseeing
On the second day of the trip, right after breakfast at the hotel, pull up your socks for a whole day sightseeing. Begin the day’s exploration with Umananda Temple. Take a boat ride across the Brahmaputra River to reach Umananda Island, also known as Peacock Island and visit the temple. The temple is located on the island and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees in large numbers visit this temple on the occasion of Mahashivratri. Umananda Temple was constructed under the direction of King Gadadhar Singh of the Tai-Ahom dynasty.
Other tourist attractions that follow the Umananda Temple are Guwahati Planetarium, Assam State Museum, Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden and Buddha Vihar. Conclude the sightseeing at the end of the day and return to your accommodation to sit back and relax in the comforts of the hotel.
The next morning check out from the hotel and drive to Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya. The approximate distance between Guwahati and Meghalaya is about 98.2 km. the journey to Shillong is expected to last for about 3 hours. Unwind yourself after checking into a hotel in Shillong. After some relaxation set out for sightseeing at Shillong.
Shillong sightseeing
Begin the sightseeing by visiting the Ward’s Lake.
This is a tranquil spot in Shillong to soak in nature. It has been a man-made lake since the Colonial era and was named after Sir William Ward. Take a stroll around the lake to admire the surrounding beauty of the lake. The wooden bridge across the lake offers a panoramic view of the lake and a perfect spot for instragramable shots.
The destination will be the Don Bosco Museum, renowned to be the largest museum of indigenous culture in Asia. The museum houses a treasure of rare paintings and images, illustrating the socio-cultural lifestyle of the native tribes. The gorgeous Elephant Falls is the next spot for Shillong. A three-tier waterfall tucked away in the evergreen forest on the fringes of Shillong is named after an elephant-shaped rock.
After visiting Elephant Falls have lunch and visit Shillong Peak, the ultimate spot for the day. It is the highest viewpoint of Shillong, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the entire Shillong city. Indulge in shopping at the Police Bazaar in the evening. Retreat to your accommodation, wrapping up for the day and the next morning head towards Kaziranga National Park bidding farewell to Shillong.
Kaziranga National Park
You need to start early from Shillong to reach Kaziranga National Park. The distance between the two spots is around 226 km and might take up to 4 and half hours to cover the distance. Reaching there in time is necessary so that you can enjoy the Kaziranga Jungle Safari. Multiple slots are available from morning till evening for which you need to conduct booking for jeep safari. The Bengal tigers are the main attraction of Kaziranga National Park, which are very rare to spot and are a matter of luck. Other than the tigers, other species of fauna residing in the forest are Bengal foxes, golden jackals, leopards, jungle cats, fishing cats and many more.
Mark the end of the trip at Kaziranga. Check out from the resort the next morning and transfer to Guwahati for scheduled departure.
